Recall 16V726 affects 62,811 2015-2016 Hyundai Sonata and Sonata Hybrid vehicles with detachable panoramic sunroof panels. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
Hyundai is recalling 62,811 2015-2016 Sonata and Sonata Hybrid vehicles equipped with panoramic sunroofs because a bonding issue can let the sunroof panel detach while driving. A detached panel can become a road hazard and increase crash risk; Hyundai dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The panoramic sunroof on affected 2015-2016 Hyundai Sonata and Sonata Hybrid vehicles uses a movable tempered glass panel and a wind deflector at the front edge of the opening. The deflector helps control air movement and reduce wind noise in the passenger compartment when the sunroof is open.
On these vehicles, the wind deflector anchor plate was not bonded strongly enough on certain assemblies. After the sunroof is opened, the deflector can loosen and shift from its mounting points. When the sunroof is closing, that loose deflector can interfere with the moving glass panel. The glass panel can detach from the sunroof assembly during driving, especially if the panel is forced closed against the obstruction.
Owners can notice more wind noise from the sunroof area if the deflector has come loose. Another warning sign is a sunroof that does not fully close.
Who's affected?
Sonata and Sonata Hybrid span the 2015 and 2016 model years; both use the same sun/moon roof assembly component.
| 2016 Hyundai Sonata | visibility component |
|---|---|
| 2015 Hyundai Sonata | visibility component |
| 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | visibility component |
| 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid | visibility component |
| Units affected | 62,811 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the sunroof detaches, it can become a road hazard and increase crash risk. Increased wind noise from a loose wind deflector or a sunroof that will not fully close is a warning sign. Schedule the repair soon and avoid using the sunroof until the dealer checks it. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Hyundai Sonata or Sonata Hybrid is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the free wind-deflector anchor-plate repair that secures the panoramic sunroof panel.
- Bring the recall notice if Hyundai mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V726 when you call.
- Keep the panoramic sunroof closed until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai technician repairs the wind deflector anchor plate for the panoramic sunroof. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. This work addresses the bonding issue that lets the sunroof wind deflector loosen from the sunroof assembly. Hyundai has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign. If you have already paid for a related sunroof wind deflector repair, bring repair invoices and payment records to the service desk and ask Hyundai customer service how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 11, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 29, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 2, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| December 2, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 2, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V726?
Recall 16V726 covers 62,811 2015-2016 Hyundai Sonata and Sonata Hybrid vehicles with the panoramic sunroof option. A bonding issue with the sunroof wind deflector can let the sunroof panel detach while driving, creating a road hazard and increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Hyundai Sonata or Sonata Hybrid is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V726. If it is, contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the wind deflector anchor plate repair. Reference Hyundai recall number 152 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Hyundai dealers will repair the sunroof wind deflector anchor plate free of charge. Hyundai began this recall repair in December 2016.
What is the safety risk from this Hyundai sunroof recall?
The risk is that the sunroof panel can detach while the vehicle is being driven. If that happens, the panel can become a road hazard for other drivers and increase the risk of a crash. The repair secures the wind deflector anchor plate.
What if I bought my Hyundai Sonata used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Sonata or Sonata Hybrid is included, then call a franchised Hyundai dealer or Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151 with recall number 152.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V726000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-800-633-5151 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V726 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V726000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →